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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | TA Travel Center - Lafayette | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | TA Travel Center - Lafayette | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Lafayette Transit System | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Lafayette Transit System | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | TA Travel Center - Lafayette | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Lafayette
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Lafayette?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Stops in Lafayette
- A1701 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70507, USA
- B
Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station
100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501 - C
Lafayette Bus Stop
2405 Cameron St, Lafayette, LA, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Lafayette, LA by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Lafayette?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Lafayette start from $177. The average price for this route is around $356. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Lafayette?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Lafayette is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1351 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Lafayette route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Tornado Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Lafayette?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Lafayette at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Lafayette?
A bus trip from Chicago to Lafayette generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Lafayette?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Lafayette?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Lafayette?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Lafayette?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $211To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Lafayette, LA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $211 to $539 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $211 which is on 2025-12-29.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Lafayette, LA?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
